The Prevention of Flying Insects

With the rising temperatures we are currently experiencing we will also witness an increase in flying insects. Aside from the traditional Fly Sprays what are the best ways to keep these annoying insects at bay? The traditional aerosol is an effective way of getting rid of unwanted pests in a small area and are advisable to have in your home or business through the summer months. The traditional fly stickers or fly papers are an unsightly but effective way of protecting areas such as sheds or garages. They can be used inside the home but are very unattractive. They are quite inexpensive at €3.99 for a pack of 4. For protection inside the home there are better alternatives.

The first is the window fly stickers. These are insecticide free and as such kind for the environment . They are ideal for all rooms inside the home or greenhouses. They are a lot more aesthetically pleasing as they are a small sunflower or ladybird shape which simply sticks to the window, attracts and control the flies in your home. Rentokill also have a small space fly killer. This will kill any flies,moths or mosquitoes. They are a pleasant smelling hanging unit which works for up to 3 months. They cover an area of 6 cubic meters and each unit has a date indicator to enter the month of expiry or purchase. An alternative approach would be to use a window fly screen. This is a 1 1/2 metre squared mesh which lets in air but keeps flying and biting insects out. They are reusable and very easy to install. They are an ideal pest control solution for conservatories and kitchens in the summer months. Aside from stopping flies, they will also stop moths and wasps from entering your home.

The final solution for keeping flies out is the Pest Stop Fly Trap Bag. These are an ingenious way to catch and kill flies in outdoor areas. You simply add water to the bag and swing it around (with the lid closed!!) to activate the chemical. It can then be hung from a hook or gutter and left to collect those…